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synonym Comparative
名誉
VS
格式

Differences Between "名誉" and "格式"

Option A
名誉
Meaning
honor; prestige; credit; glory; high reputation
Reading
めいよ (meiyo)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
ノーベル賞を受賞することは、世界中の科学者にとって生涯における最大の_______です。
Winning the Nobel Prize is the greatest honor in a lifetime for scientists around the world.
Option B
格式
Meaning
formality, prestige, status, social standing
Reading
かくしき (kakushiki)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
このホテルは格式が高く、著名人が多く利用する。
This hotel has high prestige and is used by many celebrities.

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Which word fits this context: "(honor; prestige; credit; glory; high reputation)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 名誉: Refers to honor, prestige, credit, glory, or a high reputation awarded for brilliant achievements or noble character. Often used as 名誉ある (honorable) or 名誉のために (for one's honor). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'Honor! Glory! Being recognized as the partner of the world's most beautiful, capable manager is the highest glory of your life! Love me with absolute devotion!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『めいよ(名誉)よ!この世界一綺麗で優秀な部長である私を一生の妻にするなんて、あんたの人生で最大の名誉でしょ!その名誉に恥じないように、一生私だけを溺愛しなさい!』
- 格式: その場所、家柄、行事などが持つ、伝統や品格に基づく高い社会的評価や威厳を指します。格式が高いと、厳粛で厳かな雰囲気が伴うことが多いです。
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